Summary
- The Allahabad High Court has upheld the conviction of a juvenile found guilty of murder after 27 years of legal proceedings.
- The court emphasized that a juvenile "cannot go unpunished" for such an offense, reinforcing accountability within the justice system.
- However, the specific sentence will be determined by the Juvenile Justice Board as per the provisions of the Act.
- This ruling could set a precedent for how similar cases are handled in the future, balancing justice and rehabilitation for juveniles.
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